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Time of India
06-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Angel Reese posts heartfelt message as brother Julian Reese makes NBA Summer League debut
Angel Reese posts heartfelt message as brother Julian Reese makes NBA Summer League debut (Image Source: Getty Images) WNBA star Angel Reese had a heartfelt moment off the court this weekend. While dominating with the Chicago Sky, she took time to celebrate her younger brother, Julian Reese, who scored his first NBA points in a Los Angeles Lakers jersey. The moment happened during the California Classic Summer League. Angel's proud reaction lit up social media and showed just how strong the bond is between the two rising basketball stars. Angel Reese supports brother Julian Reese after NBA Summer League debut in California On July 6, Angel Reese showed love for his younger brother Julian Reese after his debut in the NBA Summer League with the Los Angeles Lakers. The game was held at the California Classic Summer League in Sacramento, California, where the Lakers played the Golden State Warriors. Julian Reese signed a free-agent exhibition 10 agreement with the Lakers on June 29. He had just wrapped up four seasons at the University of Maryland. In Saturday's match, he started for the Lakers and made his first NBA bucket in the second quarter. He ended with 2 points, 2 returns and 1-AV-2 shooting in just over eight minutes of play time. Angel Reese posts heartfelt message as brother Julian Reese makes NBA Summer League debut (Image Source: Getty Images) Although the Lakers lost 84–89, the moment was a milestone for Julian, and Angel Reese was quick to react. She posted a short cheer on X: 'COME ON JU.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo It was a simple three-word post, but it caught the attention of both WNBA and NBA fans. The post came just minutes after Julian's shot began circulating online. Angel Reese shares sibling pride and throws spotlight on Julian Reese's NBA journey Angel Reese didn't stop at one post. Earlier in the week, she also shared a birthday message for her brother on Instagram after his Lakers signing became official. She wrote: 'Happy birthday to my twinflameeee! Rockin' & rolling with you no matter what! @shifty_ju' Julian Reese is now fighting for a future in the NBA. His Exhibit 10 contract means he could earn a spot in training camp or sign a two-way deal if he impresses. His college stats back his case 13.3 points, 9.0 rebounds, 1.5 blocks, and 55.5% shooting from the field. But competition is tight, with names like Cole Swider and Darius Bazley also chasing minutes in the Lakers' frontcourt. Julian's next Summer League game is against the Miami Heat, and Angel is expected to keep cheering. Her own WNBA career is flying high, she recently became the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 500 points and 500 rebounds. Also Read: LeBron James lights up Akron with wild R&B night hailed as a hometown celebration For now, though, her spotlight is on her brother. The Reese siblings are writing a powerful sports story on different courts, but with the same heart. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Angel Reese Reacts to Lakers' New Post on Thursday
Angel Reese Reacts to Lakers' New Post on Thursday originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Angel Reese is currently working through her second season with the Chicago Sky, taking the necessary steps to help the organization improve as a whole. Advertisement Reese has posted incredible numbers, but the Sky have struggled under head coach Tyler Marsh. In his first season leading the franchise, Chicago sits at 5-11, ranked as the No. 10 team in the WNBA standings. While Reese looks to help the Sky improve, her brother, Julian Reese, is beginning his professional basketball career. After four seasons with the Maryland Terrapins, Julian Reese will begin his NBA adventure. Julian Reese was recently included in the Los Angeles Lakers' Summer League roster, set to play in the July showcase. After the final roster was announced, Angel Reese took to social media. She reposted the Lakers' roster circled Julian Reese's name, seemingly showing support to her brother. Advertisement Angel Reese, Instagram Angel Reese, Instagram Julian Reese was widely considered one of the best rebounders in the Big Ten during his time with the Maryland Terrapins. Much like Angel Reese, Julian Reese wreaks havoc on the glass. During his last season at Maryland, Julian Reese posted 13.3 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game. In four seasons with the Terrapins, Julian Reese averaged 11.1 points, 7.6 rebounds and 1.0 assists per game. Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese (5).David Gonzales-Imagn Images Julian Reese and the Los Angeles Lakers will begin their Summer League journey on July 5 against the Golden State Warriors. They will play three games in the California Classic before moving on to the official NBA 2K26 Summer League in Las Vegas. Advertisement Related: Chicago Sky React to Angel Reese Announcement Before Indiana Fever Game Related: Big Luka Doncic Announcement Turns Heads on Saturday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
30-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Angel Reese's Mom Reacts After Son Julian Reese Joins Iconic NBA Team
Angel Reese's Mom Reacts After Son Julian Reese Joins Iconic NBA Team originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Chicago Sky star Angel Reese is in the midst of her second WNBA season after being drafted seventh overall in 2024. Advertisement She led the league in rebounds per game as a rookie with 13.1, and she's doing it again this year, averaging 11.9 heading into Friday night. The 6-foot-3 forward is also putting up 11.3 points and 3.7 assists per game. Meanwhile, Reese isn't the only basketball player in her family. Her brother, Julian, recently wrapped up a four-year college career with the Maryland Terrapins. With the 2025 NBA draft held over two days on Wednesday and Thursday, the Reese family was locked in to see where Julian would begin his professional career. Unfortunately for him, he went undrafted, but still signed with the Los Angeles Lakers on a Summer League contract. Julian's agency, ADS Sports Management, announced the news on social media on Friday. Advertisement "Big congrats to Julian Reese, who will head to LA with the Lakers!" ADS Sports Management said. Shortly after, Reese's mom, Angel Webb, reacted to the news by sharing a screenshot of ADS Sports Management's post and adding a short hashtag as her caption. "#NBASummerLeague," Webb said. In Julian's senior season, he played a key role in leading Maryland to the Sweet 16, averaging 13.3 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists. The 6-foot-9 forward will join other new Lakers additions, including second-round pick Adou Thiero from Arkansas, along with undrafted free agents RJ Davis (North Carolina), Eric Dixon (Villanova) and Augustas Marčiulionis (Saint Mary's). Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese and her brother, former Maryland Terrapins forward Julian Reese.© Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images | © Kirby Lee-Imagn Images The former Maryland star will make his debut with the Lakers on July 10 in their NBA 2K26 Summer League opener against the Dallas Mavericks. Advertisement Tip-off is set for 8 p.m. ET on ESPN. Related: Angel Reese Reacts to Kamilla Cardoso News After Sky Loss Related: Angel Reese's 'Mebounds' Trademark Sparks Reaction After Low First-Half Rebound Total This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
Fox News
29-06-2025
- Sport
- Fox News
Angel Reese ecstatic as her brother Julian signs with Lakers after going undrafted
Angel Reese is one proud sister after watching her brother Julian accomplish his own professional basketball goal. Julian Reese, the former forward for the Maryland Terrapins, was signed as an undrafted free agent to the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday following the two NBA Draft rounds in prior days. The Terrapins celebrated the signing with a post of their own on X, and Angel Reese hopped in to congratulate her brother. She also encouraged her little brother to take advantage of what was ahead. "OPPORTUNITY," she wrote over Maryland's post. "COME ON JU." The younger Reese, who goes by "Juju," played four seasons at Maryland, where he tallied 1,488 points over his career. He also had 1,015 rebounds, which made him one of only two players in Terrapins history to have 1,000 points and 1,000 rebounds in their career. Kevin Willard, Maryland's head coach, spoke about Julian Reese's impact on the program back in February. "I really believe one day Julian's number will be hanging from the rafters," he said, per 247Sports. "Because in an era where kids showed no loyalty, kids get up and go anytime they want, money this and that, this young man didn't transfer." The Terrapins made it to the Sweet Sixteen this past NCAA Tournament after Reese averaged 13.3 points and nine rebounds per game during his senior campaign. He earned All-Big Ten honorable mention honors for the third straight season. Now, Reese will be joining the Lakers' Summer League roster, where he will team up with players like Bronny James and Dalton Knecht with hopes of impressing Los Angeles coaches enough to make the roster, or at least land with their G-League team. Follow Fox News Digital's sports coverage on X, and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Julian Reese Signs With The Lakers After Going Undrafted
Julian Reese Signs With The Lakers After Going Undrafted originally appeared on Fadeaway World. The Los Angeles Lakers have been busy ever since the second round of the NBA draft yesterday. After trading to move up 10 spots in the draft, they found another deal to acquire the 36th pick for Adou Thiero before signing Eric Dixon after the draft. Their latest signing is Julian Reese, the younger brother of WNBA star, Angel Reese. Advertisement "Big congrats to Julian Reese, who will head to LA with the Lakers," wrote ADS Sports Management on social media. Reese will now join the Lakers for the Summer League, with a chance to earn an invitation to training camp in September. The 6'9" forward, who is just 21 years old, had a standout career with the Maryland Terrapins, averaging 13.3 points, 9.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 1.5 blocks as a senior while shooting 55.5 percent from the field. Over multiple years with the program, Reese finished with over 1,000 points and rebounds, finishing top 10 in program history in total rebounds, field goal percentage, and blocks. Described as a versatile and determined competitor, Julian could be good for the Lakers as added depth in the frontcourt and he might provide a boost on the glass with his elite rebounding ability. While he struggles with his shot, the Lakers have a desperate need for interior play right now and he certainly fits the bill as an inside-out scorer. Plus, as the younger brother to Angel Reese, he already has some experience in the spotlight and years of practice with a young professional. Advertisement 'OPPORTUNITY. COME ON JU," wrote Angel on her brother's contract with the Lakers. With a full roster and several young players ahead of him in the rotation, the odds are stacked against Julian to land a permanent place on the Lakers. They are in win-now mode at the moment and unless he does something really impressive, he may lose his spot for good after the Summer League ends. Regardless, this is a chance for Julian to prove his worth and show that he belongs in the NBA. Whether or not the Lakers keep him, he can secure a future in the league if he shows enough resilience, determination, and skill. Clearly, he's got plenty of people in his corner already but only he can determine what he makes of this latest opportunity. Related: John Calipari Gets Honest On Adou Thiero; Lakers Fans Must Hear NCAA Legend's Thoughts This story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jun 27, 2025, where it first appeared.
